Genus Hakea (Noun)
Meaning
Australian shrubs and small trees with evergreen usually spiny leaves and dense clusters of showy flowers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Hakea is a genus of Australian shrubs and small trees with evergreen usually spiny leaves and dense clusters of showy flowers, many of which are popular garden plants.
- The genus Hakea comprises over 150 species, including some that are commonly known as needlewood or corkwood.
- In the southwestern region of Western Australia, the genus Hakea is well represented by numerous species, many of which are found nowhere else.
- Hakea victoria is a member of the genus Hakea, and is a popular ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and vibrant flowers.
- The genus Hakea is part of the family Proteaceae, which also includes other iconic Australian plants such as banksias and waratahs.